National Weather Service Jacksonville has forecast dangerously hot temperatures and issued an Excessive Heat Warning for Duval County. Heat Indices, or ‘feels like” temperatures of 113°+ are forecast through Tuesday, August 8, 2023. Due to these dangerous temperatures, the City of Jacksonville Cooling Centers will be open from 12PM to 6PM.

Mayor Donna Deegan announced today that she is appointing five community leaders to serve on the Kids Hope Alliance Board of Directors. The appointees are:

The Excessive Heat Task Force, led by Mayor Deegan, Chief Health Officer Dr. Sunil Joshi, city agencies, and Community partners, has developed a plan to respond in the event of extreme heat in Jacksonville.  
 

Animal Care and Protective Services (ACPS) urgently needs dog adopters and fosters. The shelter is at critical capacity. 

Meet Gene Carter, owner of GEC Trucking & Construction, Inc.! Please read about his business and experience in the Jacksonville Small and Emerging Business Program (JSEB).  

Today, Mayor Donna Deegan presented her proposed 2023-2024 City of Jacksonville budget at a special meeting of the Jacksonville City Council. Pending City Council approval, the budget will take effect Oct. 1

Construction crews will begin work today to transform Riverfront Plaza into a centerpiece park with such features as a café with a destination playground on the roof.

In observance of the Fourth of July, the following City government offices and facilities will be closed on Tuesday, July 4, 2023. 

The City of Jacksonville and Keep Jacksonville Beautiful will partner with Beaches Sea Turtle Patrol for the annual July 5^th Beaches Cleanup following the Independence Day holiday.

In observance of Juneteenth, the following City government offices and facilities will be closed on Monday, June 19, 2023. 

Jacksonville’s Fourth of July Fireworks Celebration will return this year at multiple locations around the city to celebrate our nation’s independence. At each location, the City of Jacksonville is offering a spectacular fireworks display.

Grant Dollars to Support Base Infrastructure and Advocacy Efforts 

This Memorial Day weekend The City of Jacksonville Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Services (PRCS) will open 20 community pools beginning on Saturday, May 27th. Cecil Aquatics is open year-round. Outdoor pools will be open Saturday, May 27, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday, May 28, from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Monday, May 29, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

In observance of Memorial Day, the following City government offices and facilities will be closed on Monday, May 29, 2023.

Thanks to Collaboration Between JFRD & JSO Missing Infant Returned to Family